Interior Designer
Commercial Interiors | Retail | Hospitality | Workplace | Design & Delivery
Location: Sydney, NSW
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: AUD $90,000 – $100,000 + Superannuation
About the Role
We are looking for a talented Interior Designer to join our growing team and contribute to the design and delivery of commercial interior projects across retail, hospitality, workplace and other premium environments.
This is an opportunity for a designer who wants to be involved in more than producing drawings.
Working within an integrated design, manufacturing and project delivery business, you will have the opportunity to see your ideas progress from concept and material selection through documentation, manufacturing, construction and the finished space.
You will work closely with our estimating, project management and manufacturing teams to develop creative solutions that are both visually considered and practical to deliver.
As APPA’s design capability grows, you will also have opportunities to contribute to concept-led initiatives and gain exposure to our local and international procurement and manufacturing network.
Key Responsibilities
Interior Design & Concept Development
- Develop interior design concepts across commercial, retail, hospitality and workplace projects.
- Prepare mood boards, material palettes, finishes selections and design presentations.
- Translate client briefs and brand requirements into considered interior environments.
- Contribute creative ideas while balancing aesthetics, functionality, budget and constructability.
- Participate in client presentations and design discussions where required.
Design Development & Documentation
- Develop concepts into coordinated design packages suitable for pricing, manufacturing and construction.
- Prepare plans, elevations, sections, details and schedules.
- Produce accurate technical documentation and construction drawings.
- Coordinate materials, finishes, furniture, fixtures and custom elements.
- Review and refine designs in response to site, manufacturing and project requirements.
3D Visualisation & Presentations
- Develop 3D models and visual material to communicate design intent.
- Prepare professional client presentations and design documentation.
- Support the development of material and finish presentations, samples and design proposals.
Materials, Products & Design Exploration
- Contribute to the development of APPA’s materials and product library, including finishes, furniture, fixtures and specialist products. Research new materials, products and interior trends that could support current and future projects.
- Work with our procurement and manufacturing teams to better understand product options, lead times and manufacturing possibilities.
- Where relevant, contribute to concept projects and design presentations that help demonstrate APPA’s capabilities across target sectors.
- As the business grows, there may be opportunities to visit suppliers, showrooms, trade fairs or manufacturing partners in Australia and internationally.
Project & Team Collaboration
- Work closely with Project Managers, Estimators and our manufacturing team throughout project development and delivery.
- Collaborate with suppliers, consultants and external project stakeholders where required.
- Assist with design coordination during construction and respond to design-related queries.
- Participate in site visits, measurements and project reviews.
- Help ensure the original design intent is maintained through manufacturing and construction.
About You
You are a creative and technically capable Interior Designer who enjoys seeing ideas become real spaces. You care about the details, but you also understand that successful design needs to work commercially and practically.
You are comfortable collaborating with different disciplines and enjoy being close to the delivery process rather than handing a design over and never seeing what happens next.
Most importantly, you want the opportunity to contribute ideas, take ownership of your work and grow alongside a business that is expanding its design capability.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Approximately 4–6 years of professional interior design experience, ideally within commercial interiors.
- Qualification in Interior Design, Interior Architecture or a related discipline.
- Strong design development and technical documentation skills.
- Experience producing documentation suitable for construction.
- Strong understanding of materials, finishes, detailing and interior construction.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Australian full working rights.
Preferred Industry Experience
Experience across one or more of the following will be highly regarded:
- Commercial Interiors
- Retail
- Hospitality
- Hotels
- Workplace
- Premium Residential
- Shopfitting
- Interior Construction
- Joinery and Custom Manufacturing
Software Skills
Strong capability in relevant industry design and documentation software is required.
Experience with the following will be highly regarded:
- Vectorworks
- Adobe Creative Suite
- 3D rendering / visualisation software
What We’re Looking For
Beyond software skills, we are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
- Strong design thinking and attention to detail.
- A good eye for materials, finishes, proportion and spatial design.
- Technical understanding of how interiors are actually built.
- Confidence developing a project from concept into documentation.
- An ability to communicate ideas clearly.
- A collaborative and proactive approach.
- Commercial awareness and an understanding of project constraints.
- Genuine interest in seeing designs progress through to completion.
Salary & Benefits
Base Salary:
AUD $90,000 – $100,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Plus:
- Superannuation
- Laptop provided
- Professional development opportunities
- Exposure to materials, procurement and local/international manufacturing networks
- Exposure to a diverse range of commercial projects
- Direct collaboration with project delivery and manufacturing teams
- Opportunities to contribute to the development of APPA’s growing design capability
- Long-term career progression
Career Growth Opportunity
APPA is expanding its integrated design capability, creating an opportunity for the right designer to grow with the business rather than step into a narrowly defined production role.
Interior design will remain at the core of the position. As you build knowledge of the business and demonstrate your capability, there will be opportunities to take greater ownership of projects, concepts, client presentations and design outcomes.
Over time, strong performance and business growth may create a pathway toward Senior Interior Designer and future design leadership opportunities as APPA’s internal design team develops.
The aim is to give you broader exposure to the complete project and product lifecycle while allowing your responsibilities to grow naturally with your experience, interests and the needs of the design team.
Why Join Us?
One of the biggest advantages of designing within APPA is the ability to remain connected to what happens after the drawings are finished. You will have the opportunity to collaborate directly with the people responsible for turning the design into reality, and see the finished result.
You will also be joining at a stage where APPA’s design capability is growing, giving you the opportunity to contribute ideas, explore new products and materials, and help shape how the design function develops over time.
If you are looking for an Interior Design role where you can combine creativity with technical capability and become more involved in the complete project journey, we would love to hear from you.
Apply Now
Please send your resume, portfolio and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to [email protected]
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note: This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have full and unrestricted working rights in Australia to be considered. Please only apply if you currently meet this requirement.
Pay: $90,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
